Assistant/Associate Professor of Opera/Directing, College-Conservatory of Music

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Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience
and academic credentials.

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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
(CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the
performing and media arts, seeks an experienced opera director and
teacher for a full-time tenure-track appointment, intended to begin
August 15, 2027. Rank and salary will be commensurate with
credentials. Initial appointment is for three (3) years, after
which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment.

About the Opera Department

CCM’s Opera department is a highly collaborative,
multi-dimensional area of the Division of Theatre Arts, Production,
and Arts Administration (TAPAA). The department offers Artist
Diplomas in Singing, Coaching, and Stage Directing and also
collaborates closely with the MM and DMA degrees in Vocal
Performance.

The Opera program provides training in the art and craft of
opera through one of the most comprehensive programs available
anywhere in the world. Productions are supported by the CCM’s
Department of Theatre Design and Production, which offers degrees
at the BFA and MFA levels in costume design and technology;
lighting design and technology; make-up and wig design; sound
design and technology; stage design, properties, and scenic art;
stage management; and technical production. The program allows
students to create world-class performances and develop the skills
necessary to move with confidence onto the professional stage.

CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and
the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to
explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing
marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship,
career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an
inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and
diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance
its current offerings with candidates who have research or
performance interests in a related field reflective of the current
job market. This could include but is not limited to areas such as
community engagement, music entrepreneurship, music leadership,
music technology, pedagogy, chamber music, or
non-Western/non-classical repertoire.

Essential Functions

• Direct mainstage and/or studio theatre productions each

year.

• Teach courses, workshops, and seminars, as needed and

appropriate in areas including but not limited to characterization,
movement, stage combat, career development, libretto study, and
directing.

• Teach individual coaching sessions with master’s, artist

diploma, and doctoral students.

• Mentor artist diploma directing students in their work on

departmental productions.

• Recruit and retain students of exceptional promise.
• Develop curricula that support student success in the current

job market.

• Participate in departmental activities including recruitment,

auditions, committee work, season planning, and student
advising.

• Maintain regional, national, and international visibility

through professional performances, engagements, and/or research and
creative activity.

• Serve the college and university community through activities

such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentorship of
students.

• Experience in complementary disciplines such as film, TV,

voice-over, broadcasting, and career development
is desirable.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful
candidate must have either:

1. A Master’s Degree in Music or an Artist’s Diploma in Music or
Opera, in addition to a minimum of five (5) years of professional
experience. Such experience must include working at institutions of
higher learning or professional opera houses.

OR

2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Music in addition to a minimum of 10
years of professional experience. Such experience must include
post-baccalaureate work experience at an institution of higher
learning or professional opera houses.

All candidates must demonstrate proficiency in at least one (1)
major operatic language, whether French, German, or Italian, and
demonstrate the ability to work in the others.

All candidates must demonstrate training in movement and/or
stage combat.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• A record of successful student recruitment
• An established network within the opera industry that supports

student career placement

• Experience directing both standard repertoire and contemporary

or newly commissioned works

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or

environmental demands.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026 and
continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit their materials electronically by
accessing the University of Cincinnati’s Recruitment site
https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position
104382. Applicants should submit a letter of
application, a current CV, and a summary page with indicators of
teaching experience, their students’ accomplishments (such as
competition performance and employment) and/or professional
experience, contact information for three professional references,
and links to audio/video of current performances and teaching
examples. We will not accept CDs or other forms of non-electronic
media.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to
support your well-being, financial security, and work-life
balance. (UC
Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE
status. Highlights include:

Salary Information: Assistant Professor, $67,000 -
$73,000; Associate Professor, $73,000 - $80,000

Comprehensive Tuition
Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible
dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and
graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security
(except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension
plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with
UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off
policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off
(Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision,

prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness

programs

• Professional development & mentorship

opportunities

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